ARES Commander vs. hamwiCAD Comparison


ARES Commander Graebert 5.0 out of 5 stars	hamwiCAD Hamwic Engineering Limited
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ARES Commander: About 2D & 3D CAD software to create & modify technical drawings in DWG format with choice between Perpetual, Network or Annual licenses. Experience the agility of the n°1 alternative to AutoCAD. Cost-effective, ARES Commander offers a full replacement and an easy switch, at a fraction of the cost. With Graebert's ARES CAD software you will enjoy a 3-in-1 license, including ARES Commander (for Windows, macOS and Linux computers) + ARES Kudo (Cloud) + ARES Touch (iOS + Android). These 3 products work in synergy to synchronize the work across users and devices. Create and modify DWG drawings locally, with files stored on your computer, or in sync with Google Drive, Box, OneDrive, Dropbox, Onshape, Trimble Connect. Alternatively, you can also store files in a private Cloud server (via WebDAV). Some our advanced CAD features include the support for Dynamic blocks, PDF to DWG conversion, Drawing comparison, IFC & Revit import, 3D solid modeling, satellite images and street maps.	hamwiCAD: About hamwiCAD is a desktop 3D CAD application for modeling structural steelwork, mechanical structures and pipework. It is designed for engineers, CAD drafters and fabrication businesses that need to create and detail engineering models. The software includes structural section libraries and tools for beams, columns, plates, connections, holes, notches and pipework components such as flanges. Assembly and 3D modeling tools support the preparation of parts and structures for engineering and fabrication workflows. hamwiCAD can import and export STEP files and export DXF drawings, helping users exchange model and drawing data with other CAD workflows. The application runs on Windows and Linux and is available with a perpetual license and a 90-day trial. It supports practical structural and mechanical design tasks, including steelwork and pipework modeling.
ARES Commander: Platforms Supported Windows Supported Mac Supported Linux Supported Cloud Supported On-Premises Not Supported iPhone Supported iPad Supported Android Supported Chromebook Supported	hamwiCAD: Platforms Supported Windows Supported Mac Not Supported Linux Supported Cloud Not Supported On-Premises Not Supported iPhone Not Supported iPad Not Supported Android Not Supported Chromebook Not Supported
ARES Commander: Audience Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Facility management, Infrastructure, Local authorities & Government, 2D Mechanical & Product design	hamwiCAD: Audience Structural steel designers, mechanical engineers, pipework designers, CAD draughtsmen, fabrication workshops, small engineering companies and Linux CAD users.
ARES Commander: Support Phone Support Supported 24/7 Live Support Not Supported Online Supported	hamwiCAD: Support Phone Support Not Supported 24/7 Live Support Not Supported Online Supported
ARES Commander: API Offers API Supported	hamwiCAD: API Offers API Not Supported
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ARES Commander: Pricing $350.00/year Annual Plan (1 year) for $350 3 Years Plan (3 years) for $700 Perpetual license from $950 Flex (network) license from $450 for 1 year or $1200 for Perpetual Free Version Not Supported Free Trial Supported	hamwiCAD: Pricing £345 one-time £345 + VAT for a perpetual licence for one named user (£414 including UK VAT at 20%). Includes every HamwiCAD 1.x update and 12 months of email support. A free 90-day trial is available for evaluation; it is not licensed for paid client work, production fabrication or installation. Free Version Not Supported Free Trial Supported
ARES Commander: Reviews/Ratings Overall 5.0 / 5 ease 5.0 / 5 features 5.0 / 5 design 4.0 / 5 support 4.0 / 5 Read all reviews	hamwiCAD: Reviews/Ratings Overall 0.0 / 5 ease 0.0 / 5 features 0.0 / 5 design 0.0 / 5 support 0.0 / 5 This software hasn't been reviewed yet. Be the first to provide a review: Review this Software
ARES Commander: Pros & Cons from Real Users Pros Our company has been using AutoCAD before for more than 10 years. We found ARES Commander looking for cost savings and Perpetual licenses. Our 6 users could switch almost instantly. We liked also the ability to work on two computers or more. But most interestingly we see how year after year ARES is introducing new features for cloud, mobile and BIM that are making a big difference for us. Cons The software and the help files are in French but all the tutorial videos to learn new features are in English.
ARES Commander: Training Documentation Supported Webinars Supported Live Online Not Supported In Person Not Supported	hamwiCAD: Training Documentation Supported Webinars Not Supported Live Online Not Supported In Person Not Supported
ARES Commander: Company Information Graebert Founded: 1977 Germany www.graebert.com	hamwiCAD: Company Information Hamwic Engineering Limited Founded: 1993 United Kingdom www.hamwic.com/hamwicad.html
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ARES Commander: Categories 3D Modeling Supported Architectural CAD Supported Architecture Supported CAD Supported	hamwiCAD: Categories 3D Modeling Supported CAD Supported
ARES Commander: 3D Modeling Features 2D Drawing Supported Animation Not Supported Annotations Supported Bill of Materials Not Supported Character Modeling Not Supported Collaboration Tools Supported Component Library Not Supported Data Import / Export Not Supported For 3D Printing Supported For Architects Supported For Manufacturers Supported Reference Management Not Supported Simulation Not Supported CAD Features 2 1/2-Axis Milling Not Supported 2D Drawing Supported 3-Axis Milling Not Supported 3D Modeling Supported 4-Axis Milling Not Supported 5-Axis Milling Not Supported Civil Supported Collaboration Supported Database Connectivity Not Supported Design Analysis Not Supported Design Export Supported Document Management Supported Electrical Supported Hole Making Not Supported Mechanical Supported Mechatronics Not Supported Presentation Tools Not Supported Simulate Cycles Not Supported Spiral Output Not Supported Structural Engineering Not Supported Toolpath Simulation Not Supported User Defined Cycles Not Supported Show More Features Architectural CAD Features 2D Drawing Supported 3D Modeling Supported Architectural Symbol Library Not Supported Automatic Formatting Not Supported BIM Modeling Supported Comparison View Supported Design Templates Not Supported Drafting Supported Architecture Features 2D Drawing Supported 3D Modeling Supported Bills of material Supported BIM Modeling Not Supported Building Information Modeling Supported Client Management Not Supported Contact Management Not Supported Contract Management Not Supported Document Management Not Supported Drafting Supported Manufacturing Design Data Supported Presentation Tools Not Supported Project Management Not Supported Proposal Management Not Supported Quotes/Proposals Not Supported Visualization / Presentation Supported
ARES Commander: Integrations Amazon Web Services (AWS) Supported Box Supported Dropbox Supported Google Drive Supported Microsoft OneDrive Supported Microsoft SharePoint Supported Onshape Supported Revit Supported View All 8 Integrations	hamwiCAD: Integrations Amazon Web Services (AWS) Not Supported Box Not Supported Dropbox Not Supported Google Drive Not Supported Microsoft OneDrive Not Supported Microsoft SharePoint Not Supported Onshape Not Supported Revit Not Supported
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